FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Hillpark Small Business Loans
Tell me what you think of the Hillpark Small Business Loans
Hillpark unsecured loans provides amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional business loan?
It is possible to apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or over the phone. You’ll get an immediate response, and funds may be in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. The business loan is a cash-based loan so you will be aware of the total amount payable including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into either weekly or daily installment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business reason, such as cash flow management, business renovations, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Concerning Larger Hillpark Business Loans
What is the Larger Hillpark Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business expansion opportunities. Loans are between $100,000 and $500,000 with a term fixed up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on you cashflow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is calculated at 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit that is this large the company needs to be operating for a minimum of 3 years, and have an annual income of at least $700K. Your business must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of business.
How can the funds be utilised?
A larger business loan can be used for nearly all company need, including business remodeling, buying inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is necessary for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually by way of charge on assets, and could be registered in the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s guarantee is a commitment to repay a loan which is general in nature, rather than stipulating security over a particular asset. The person signing the ensure is personally liable if the company creditor is unable to re-pay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including the assets or goods). The PPSR gives priority over personal property to be granted according to the date the security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to offer notice of a legal claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
When you’re applying for larger company loans that exceeds $250K we can offer a preliminary pre-approval to help simplify the process. We could be able to get this done without a credit check, and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves you answering a few financial health questions. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of financing. A conditional approval is subject an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you may receive may be on different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for a business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months worth of trade (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated company expert in lending will contact you to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require proof of identity (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, in addition to interim financials for the current financial year such as age-related payables and aged Receivables Summary.
How fast will I get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K up to $100,000) We can usually offer an answer in just one hour, provided you make your application in standard business hours and permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to offer an answer in just 1 company day.
If you are applying for a Larger Business Loan ($100K to $500K) we may be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The quickest method would be to make sure you apply during standard company hours. You can also permit us to use the advance bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload duplicates of your banking accounts, it may take a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K to $100K) we typically provide an answer within one hour if you submit your request at normal business hours and let us use the advanced bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to send us copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide the decision in as little as an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we might be likely to offer the conditional pre-approval within about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending on the circumstances of each application. Certain offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The most efficient method for you to apply is make sure you apply during normal business hours and allow us to use our modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload documents from your account accounts, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer the loan amount between $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a specific amount we look at a variety of factors to determine what is the well-being of your company as well as the amount of payments your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics the business.
When you apply for a certain amount, we take into consideration a variety of aspects to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being of the company as well as the amount of repayments that your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specifics of your company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for an company loan?
If you decide to apply for business loans with us company financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your company and offer an individualised offer including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. A business loan is an upfront priced loan therefore you will know the exact amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the basis for the rate I am charged?
The interest rates on company loans rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is of money borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for and the sector the company is in, how long the company is in operation for, whether the business has sufficient cash flow to pay for the loan, and overall health as well as creditworthiness company.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden costs for our business loans. You’ll know exactly how much you need to pay and when, from day one. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments on time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You are able to apply for a loan with no upfront cost or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the expenses involved with setting up and managing the loan. The only way to pay this cost if you take out the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you choose to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful business loans professionals. We will offer you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the total of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of early payment, plus 1.5% of the principal amount remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do you make repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we provide payments that are either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
The security of your personal information, as well as being clear about how we collect, use, exchange and safeguard your data, is vital and an integral element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to protecting the security of clients and privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system that allows you to immediately confirm your bank account information online so we can provide an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an company owner borrows from the assets they have to make the funding. The asset could be an individual property, such as the family home, or a company property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of the lenders not just the major banks, prefer to secure loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it is means of securing new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Should I require security to secure an business loan?
For loans up to $150K no asset security is required before you are able to access the money, however we do need the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the loan terms (as specified in the loan contract) Asset security will never be needed. For loans of over $150K generally there is the option of a personal ensure and security is provided in the form of an asset charge.